Aircraft Refinishing Specialist

Position Title: Aircraft Refinishing Specialist
Organization: CS Vertical Flight Solutions LLC
Job Posting No: CSV 0104, 06062024-1
Location: Fort Novosel, Alabama
Job Type: Full-time
Category: Government SubK CONUS
Clearance: NACI (public Trust)

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Coats surfaces of aircraft and aircraft parts with paint, lacquer, epoxy, resin or other material using proper application techniques. Removes old paint from aircraft using approved mechanical or chemical means. Paints insignia, letters or numerals on aircraft using stencils.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Refinishing of aircraft, aircraft parts and / or special tools and ground support equipment.
• Read and interpret Technical Manuals, technical drawings and other written or oral instructions.
• Safe operation of the following shop equipment:
  • Compressors
  • Paint spraying equipment / booth operation
  • High-pressure cleaning and blasting equipment (PMB)
  • Accelerated drying equipment
• Maintains hazardous material and waste / paint booth operation records in shop.
• Must be able to identify and safely mix chemicals used in corrosion control and refinishing processes.
• Must have good working knowledge of aircraft parts cleaning, pre-treatment, corrosion control, priming, top-coating, and Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) refinishing processes.
• Must record all pre-treatment, in-progress, and final checks in accordance with established process and procedure manuals.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interface with other personnel regarding refinishing requirements.
• Estimates man-hours and materials required to refinish aircraft and aircraft components.
• Determines, by using Company provided reports, priority of work to be accomplished.
• Orders and maintains authorized stocks of repair parts, paints, corrosion control chemicals, protective equipment, common hardware and other supplies necessary to accomplish job tasks.
• Maintains supply economy and discipline.
• Perform, schedule, and record operator maintenance and calibration requirements on all assigned tools and test equipment required by job assignment.
• Assists in aircraft towing operations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent – General Educational Development (GED) certificate.
• Must have a knowledge of and demonstrate ability to select, mix, blend and apply paints, dopes, varnishes, sealants and other finishing materials used on aircraft surfaces and component parts or three (3) years’ experience in aircraft industry painting operations.
• Must be able to successfully complete company provided certification program, i.e., STAR4D within ninety (90) days of employment or reclassification. Painters must be certified prior to conducting paint / de-paint operations.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have good working knowledge of aircraft parts cleaning, corrosion control and refinishing processes.
• Must have an understanding and working knowledge of hazardous material (HAZMAT) handling and disposal as related to the job assignment.
• Must have a thorough working knowledge of all aspect of paint and protective coating inspection to include water break, drying, curing, thickness, and adhesion testing.

CLASSIFICATION DISTINCTIONS WHEN ASSIGNED TO THE AIR FORCE PROJECT:

• Completes maintenance documentation accurately using Integrated Maintenance Data
• System (IMDS) and required forms, as required by job assignment.
• Must show proficiency in the use of IMDS within ninety (90) days after assignment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes orr respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.
• Work may be performed in a shop and/or field environment

In addition, the candidate should possess the following requirements:

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ALL CLASSIFICATIONS OTHER DUTIES:

• Must have a valid state driver’s license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain a valid government driver’s license when required by job assignment.
• Operates motor vehicles, machines and special purpose equipment as required by the job assignment.
• Performs prescribed cleaning, preservation and operator maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment.
• Performs housekeeping duties in immediate work area.
• Ensures that tools and equipment used by the employee in the classification are properly calibrated.
• When selected, attends schools and classes, which are designated by the Company for employees in the assigned classification.
• Uses approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned job.
• Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when assigned.
• May be allowed to occasionally perform those assignments of employees holding the next higher classification in the line of progression to qualify for promotion except for Aircraft Mechanic to Aircraft Technical/NDT Inspector.
• Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job assignment.
• Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the classification as required.13. Disposes of hazardous materials related to job assignment.
• Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional assignment.
• May remove and reinstall cowlings, panels and fairings necessary to gain access to work within his/her classification.